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About HenClass

HenClass is a new, independent information site launched in October 2026. It is not connected to the previous owner of the henclass.com domain or to the blog that was published here before, and it is not affiliated with any hatchery, feed company or poultry organization.

What the site covers

HenClass is a practical guide to keeping backyard laying hens in the United States: how egg production changes as hens age, supplemental lighting, heat lamps and brooding chicks, waterers, external parasites, breeds and a little poultry history.

How facts are sourced

Every factual statement in our guides — numbers, dates, names and recommendations — comes from a published source that we read while writing the page, primarily land-grant university extension services (for example Oregon State, the University of Florida, Penn State, the University of Arizona, the University of Kentucky and UC Agriculture and Natural Resources), federal agencies such as USDA and CDC, and established references. Each article ends with a linked list of its sources. Where sources disagree, we say so.

HenClass does not offer veterinary advice. For sick birds, talk to a veterinarian or your county extension office, and always follow the label on any product used on poultry.

What you won't find here

• No advertising, affiliate links or tracking scripts.
• Nothing for sale, no bookings and no sign-up forms.
• No invented testimonials or first-hand claims.